AMBIENTE: Capacity expanded at headquarters site / Focus on agricultural film, detergent bottles
AMBIENTECapacity expanded at headquarters site / Focus on agricultural film, detergent bottlesThe recoSTAR dynamic 165 C-VAC made by(Vienna; www.starlinger.com ) is primarily designed for the recycling of heavily soiled, moist, and strong-smelling post-consumer plastics waste.A large proportion of the input material consists of used agricultural film (LDPE) and detergent bottles (HDPE), from which the Portuguese recycler produces granulate for film extrusion and blow moulding applications. The company wants to open up new areas of application for these materials, said MDAmbienteâs roots go back to 1953, when its compatriot parent company(Leiria; https://www.leiriplas.pt ) began recycling production scrap internally.The company became independent in the year 2000, currently employs a staff of 36, and recycles around 7,000 t/y of post-consumer, industrial, and household waste.The rLDPE and rHDPE granulates produced from this waste are suitable for extrusion, blow moulding, and injection moulding applications and are supplied to customers in Europe and North Africa.â Translated by
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August 02, 2024 10:02 UTC
Famine conditions in Sudan’s North Darfur are likely to continue through October, IPC warns
CAIRO (AP) — Famine conditions have spread in Sudan in the North Darfur region and are likely to continue through October due to the ongoing conflict that has torn the country for over 15 months, a global authority on food security warned Thursday. Famine conditions have prevailed as of June and July in Zamam camp, 12 km south of Al Fasher —the capital of North Darfur — where internally displaced people are living, according to the IPC report. The Famine Early Warning Systems Network or FEWS NET Thursday echoed the IPC report, saying that there is “reasonable evidence” that famine thresholds were passed in June in the Zamzam camp. “The available data on acute malnutrition in Zamzam camp from January 2024 revealed malnutrition rates exceeding the IPC Famine threshold,” the IPC said of its July analysis of Zamzam camp. Another IPC report in July said that 755,000 people face IPC Phase 5 in 10 states, five of which are in the Greater Darfur region, North Kordofan, Gezeira, and Khartoum.
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August 02, 2024 01:54 UTC
Famine conditions in Sudan's North Darfur are likely to continue through October, IPC warns
CAIRO — Famine conditions have spread in Sudan in the North Darfur region and are likely to continue through October due to the ongoing conflict that has torn the country for over 15 months, a global authority on food security warned Thursday. Famine conditions have prevailed as of June and July in Zamam camp, 12 km south of Al Fasher —the capital of North Darfur — where internally displaced people are living, according to the IPC report. The Famine Early Warning Systems Network or FEWS NET Thursday echoed the IPC report, saying that there is “reasonable evidence” that famine thresholds were passed in June in the Zamzam camp. “The available data on acute malnutrition in Zamzam camp from January 2024 revealed malnutrition rates exceeding the IPC Famine threshold,” the IPC said of its July analysis of Zamzam camp. Another IPC report in July said that 755,000 people face IPC Phase 5 in 10 states, five of which are in the Greater Darfur region, North Kordofan, Gezeira, and Khartoum.
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August 02, 2024 01:50 UTC
Kim Jong Un orders relief for flood-hit regions in North Korea. Will he accept aid from South Korea?
The recent heavy rains in northwestern North Korea flooded thousands of houses and a vast extent of farmland leaving many residents homeless and living in makeshift tents, reported North Korea’s state media July 31. North Korea is prone to flooding from heavy summer rains because of poor drainage, deforestation, and dilapidated infrastructure. KCNA said Politburo members later approved the appointments of new Workers’ Party secretaries in the flood-hit regions and a new public security minister. On Aug. 1, South Korea’s Unification Ministry, which handles inter-Korean affairs, said the South was willing to swiftly provide supplies to address the “humanitarian difficulties” facing North Korean residents following the storms. North Korea didn’t immediately respond to the South’s offer and it’s unclear whether they will accept the proposal.
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August 02, 2024 00:50 UTC
Famine now prevalent in parts of war-torn Sudan
Find out more about famine and the IPC in our explainer here. “The scale of devastation brought by the escalating violence in El Fasher town is profound and harrowing,” according to the report. Main driversAround 320,000 people are believed to have been displaced since mid-April in El Fasher, the report explained. “The main drivers of famine in Zamzam camp are conflict and lack of humanitarian access, both of which can immediately be rectified with the necessary political will,” according to the IPC report. As the conflict is the predominant factor driving this famine, the report recommended that all means are exhaustively explored to reduce or resolve the underlying conflict between the parties involved in Sudan.
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August 01, 2024 23:22 UTC
British North London Collegiate School to open first school in Japan
The school will open in Rokko Island, Japan in August 2025. Other schools to open include Harrow Appi, Rugby School and Malvern College. The North London Collegiate School International Kobe is set to open in August 2025, offering “world-class education” for students from grades 1-8, according to their LinkedIn announcement. The school will open in partnership with Hakko Car Group, a family-owned company specialising in premium vehicles, lifestyle, and insurance products. “We believe that a happy student is a successful student,” says Gwen Byrom, Director of Education Strategy at NLCS International.
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August 01, 2024 21:51 UTC
Mauritanian President receives Morocco’s Head of Government, expresses desire to consolidate brotherly relations with the Kingdom – The North Africa Post
Mauritanian President Mohamed Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani received, on Thursday in Nouakchott, Morocco’s Head of Government, Aziz Akhannouch, who represented King Mohammed VI at the investiture ceremony of the Mauritanian Head of State for a second five-year term. In a statement to MAP following the audience, Akhannouch said that he informed the Mauritanian President of the King’s determination to strengthen cooperation between the two countries. Akhannouch also conveyed the Monarch’s congratulations to the Mauritanian President on his re-election, and his wishes for further progress and prosperity for the Islamic Republic of Mauritania. The Head of Government stressed that the Mauritanian President expressed, during the audience, his firm desire to consolidate the brotherly relations between the two countries and to further develop them in the interests of the two brotherly peoples. Akhannouch also said that Ould Cheikh El Ghazouani asked him to convey to the King his greetings and wishes for further prosperity for the Kingdom.
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August 01, 2024 21:07 UTC
Japan’s % Arabica to enter six new markets within next three months
Get the week’s news highlights straight to your inboxThe boutique coffee group will add to its 198-store global footprint with launches in Turkey, Egypt, Spain, Hungary, Nepal – and a return to FranceA % Arabica store at Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore | Photo credit: Sidharth SabuJapanese specialty coffee chain % Arabica will enter six new markets across Europe, North Africa and South Asia by the end of 2024. % Arabica will then debut in Egypt and Spain in September 2024 with outlets in Cairo and San Sebastián, before launching in Budapest, Hungary, and Kathmandu, Nepal, the following month. The coffee chain currently operates 198 stores across 25 markets globally, with 84 stores in China and a growing footprint in the Middle East. % Arabica is also exploring opportunities to further scale its European footprint with launches in Germany, Italy, the Netherlands and Portugal. Additional markets of interest include Brunei, India, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Lebanon and Myanmar, according to % Arabica’s website.
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August 01, 2024 20:07 UTC
'Efficient and agile': Norway team recognized for short-cycle subsea developments
Team develops Tor II, Tommeliten A and Eldfisk North at approximately half the capital cost per produced barrel compared to traditional developments. “We needed a new development approach for marginal fields.”The business unit explored the potential for unmanned installations. Manifold installationCollaboration and shared resourcesAn important premise for project execution based on this new development approach is strong collaboration with suppliers. “As we gained more experience with these short-cycle developments, we recognized that stakeholders can gain significantly from more comprehensive agreements,” Hansen said. Accepting the award for the Norway Subsea Tie-backs Project Team are, from left, Tor Inge Hansen, Sean Pedersen, Alv Johan Marvik, Glenn Hamrell and Stian Sande.
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August 01, 2024 19:46 UTC
bp and Iraq agree to explore redevelopment in Kirkuk
bp has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Government of the Republic of Iraq to negotiate a material integrated redevelopment programme for the Kirkuk region, spanning oil and gas investment, power generation and solar, together with wider exploration activities. “This MoU builds on bp’s strategic and longstanding relationship with Iraq. We see today’s signing as an important step towards the potential further development of this critically important area. Hayan Abdul Ghani, Deputy PM for Energy Affairs and Minister of Oil, and bp chief executive Murray Auchincloss, together with Nader Zaki, bp regional president for Middle East and North Africa, and Zaid Elyaseri, bp President Iraq. As part of today’s MoU, bp also proposes to explore opportunities for investment into power generation and the introduction of solar power facilities to the region.
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August 01, 2024 15:12 UTC
Africa’s unstoppable entrepreneurial rise: Opportunity, visibility, and community
Partner content: Africa’s Business HeroesBy Zahra Baitie-Boateng, Managing Director – Africa, Africa’s Business Heroes InitiativeIn the past decade, Africa has witnessed a 20% surge in startups and enterprises. The rise of seven African unicorns, especially in fintech and e-commerce, highlights Africa’s growing impact on the global entrepreneurial and startup ecosystem. This trend of young founders rings true at Africa’s Business Heroes – one of Africa’s largest and most inclusive entrepreneurial pitch competitions. The 2024 Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) competition exemplifies the spread of vibrant entrepreneurial spirit and growing participation across key demographics. Agriculture leads, with significant entries in education and healthcare, reflecting the diversity and inclusivity of Africa’s entrepreneurial landscape.
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August 01, 2024 15:04 UTC
Sahelian strongmen have Côte d’Ivoire in their sights
Once a pivotal player in West Africa, Côte d’Ivoire is having to confront emerging challenges in its neighbourhood, driven by shifts in governance across the hinterland. Over the past year, Burkina Faso’s bilateral relations with its coastal neighbours, including Côte d’Ivoire, have also significantly deteriorated. Thus far, diplomatic tensions between Côte d’Ivoire and the Sahelian governments have yet to have a material impact on trade. For Côte d’Ivoire, deteriorating relations with neighbouring Burkina Faso and Mali risks disrupting commercial ties, given both countries are important trade partners. This ideological shift will further complicate diplomatic and security cooperation between Côte d’Ivoire and its neighbours.
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August 01, 2024 14:59 UTC
Ex-Kaizer Chiefs star Patrick Mayo waxes lyrical about North African football but insists he 'can't choose a team for Khanyisa'
The former Amakhosi player is torn between deciding which club he thinks would be the best for his Cape Town City son. Article continues below Article continues below Article continues below Mayo is said to be a wanted man by Chiefs and DownsThere is also reported North African interestHis father joins in talk about his future Article continues below
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August 01, 2024 14:45 UTC
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August 01, 2024 14:04 UTC
Wildfires rage in Balkans and Greece
ANTONIO BRONIC/REUTERSFierce wildfires, propelled by strong winds, ravaged areas of Greece and the Balkans on Tuesday, destroying forests and homes and forcing the evacuation of an Albanian resort town, local officials reported. The area has experienced higher-than-normal temperatures and arid conditions throughout the previous month, establishing perfect circumstances for the outbreak of wildfires, according to scientists. In recent years, Greece has experienced an increase in wildfire occurrences during progressively hotter and drier summers, a trend that scientists attribute to climate change. The country has been grappling with hundreds of wildfires since May, coinciding with its record-breaking hottest June and longest-ever heatwave. Europe is experiencing the most rapid warming of any continent globally, with Greece among nations most severely impacted by the consequences of anthropogenic climate change, reported Euronews.
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August 01, 2024 14:00 UTC